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This project aims to uncover the genetic basis of Greenbeard genes in fire ants, which promote altruistic behavior among carriers. It will analyze the molecular evolution and expression of key genes involved in queen discrimination among ant workers.
Greenbeard genes are selfish genetic elements (SGEs) that favor their own transmission by increasing the fitness of other carrying individuals.
Such a phenotype, can only occur if a gene or a group of tightly linked genes produce (1) a conspicuous phenotype, (2) the ability to recognize this phenotype, allowing the bearer individual to discriminate carriers from non-carriers and (3) a nepotistic behavior in favor of carriers.
These extraordinary SGEs can have profound evolutionary consequences o…
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